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The holiday season in Olympia kicks off with theatrical productions like Harlequin Productions' 'A Christmas Carol' and Olympia Family Theater's 'Honk: The Musical.' Community events such as LoveOly Downtown for the Holidays and WinterFest will also engage residents with festive lights, decorations, and activities.
The Olympia City Council is accepting applications for Position #5, which will be vacated by council member Lisa Parshley as she transitions to the State Legislature. Applications are due by December 13 and must include a resume and proof of voter registration.
The holiday theater season in Olympia kicks off this weekend with Harlequin Productions' 'A Christmas Carol' and Olympia Family Theater's 'Honk: The Musical,' both featuring local talent and festive themes. The community can also look forward to seasonal celebrations like LoveOly Downtown for the Holidays and WinterFest, which will include holiday lights, artisan markets, and special events.
A lawsuit has been filed against Thurston County Commissioner Emily Clouse, alleging sexual harassment and retaliation against her former executive aide. The suit seeks damages and attorney fees, following a prior complaint and an internal investigation that resulted in Clouse's suspension from certain duties, although she remains a voting member of the Board of County Commissioners. The county has not disclosed the investigation's findings.
The Olympia City Council is accepting applications for Position #5, previously held by Lisa Parshley, who will join the State Legislature in January. Interested candidates must submit their applications by December 13, including a resume, cover letter, and proof of voter registration. The new appointee will serve until December 31, 2025, unless elected in the upcoming fall election.
Over 7,500 fingerling rainbow trout were lost when a Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife truck overturned while delivering fish to Offut Lake in Thurston County. The driver suffered minor injuries, but WDFW successfully delivered 2,000 trout later that day and plans to replace the lost fish.
A Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife truck overturned on its way to Offut Lake, resulting in the loss of over 7,500 fingerling rainbow trout. Although this incident delayed the stocking project for Black Friday, the department successfully delivered 2,000 fish later and plans to replace the lost stock.
Mayor Dontae Payne thanked Olympia residents for their participation in the recent election and reaffirmed the city council's commitment to local values, emphasizing the importance of civic engagement.
La Gitana Pizzerias in Yelm and Olympia are celebrating their 13th and 14th anniversaries with a three-day pizza party offering 50% off large pizzas from December 2-4, 2024. The event aims to thank the community for their support, featuring live jazz music in Olympia during the celebration. La Gitana, awarded the Gold Medal for Best Pizza in South Sound 2024, is known for its award-winning wood-fired pizzas made with organic ingredients.
U.S. Senator Patty Murray is encouraging students to complete the newly simplified FAFSA form, which has reduced its questions from 103 to just 18-20. This change aims to make the application process quicker and more accessible, ultimately increasing financial aid eligibility for students in Washington state.